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	[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]		[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]

	A '''pump''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.		A '''pump''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.

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	* [[Vertical Pumps]]		* [[Vertical Pumps]]
	* [[Well Pumps]]		* [[Well Pumps]]
	* [[Worm Pumps]]
	* [[Worm Pumps]]		* [[Worm Pumps]]
	* [[Press Pumps]]		* [[Press Pumps]]
	* [[Sump Pumps]]		* [[Sump Pumps]]
	* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]		* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]

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	A positive displacement pump causes a powder to move by trapping a fixed amount of it and then forcing (displacing) that trapped volume into the discharge pipe.		A positive displacement pump causes a powder to move by trapping a fixed amount of it and then forcing (displacing) that trapped volume into the discharge pipe.

	Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

	==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====		==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====
	Positive displacement pumps, unlike centrifugal or roto-dynamic pumps, will in theory produce the same flow at a given speed (RPM) no matter what the discharge pressure. Thus, positive displacement pumps are constant flow machines. However due to a slight increase in internal leakage as the pressure increases, a truly constant flow rate cannot be achieved.		Positive displacement pumps, unlike centrifugal or roto-dynamic pumps, will in theory produce the same flow at a given speed (RPM) no matter what the discharge pressure. Thus, positive displacement pumps are constant flow machines. However due to a slight increase in internal leakage as the pressure increases, a truly constant flow rate cannot be achieved.

	A positive displacement pump must not be operated against a closed valve on the discharge side of the pump, because it has no shut-off head like centrifugal pumps. A positive displacement pump operating against a closed discharge valve will continue to produce flow and the pressure in the discharge line will increase, until the line bursts or the pump is severely damaged, or both.		A positive displacement pump must not be operated against a closed valve on the discharge side of the pump, because it has no shut-off head like centrifugal pumps. A positive displacement pump operating against a closed discharge valve will continue to produce flow and the pressure in the discharge line will increase, until the line bursts or the pump is severely damaged, or both.

	A relief or safety valve on the discharge side of the positive displacement pump is therefore necessary. The relief valve can be internal or external. The pump manufacturer normally has the option to supply internal relief or safety valves. The internal valve should in general only be used as a safety precaution, an external relief valve installed in the discharge line with a return line back to the suction line or supply tank is recommended.		A relief or safety valve on the discharge side of the positive displacement pump is therefore necessary. The relief valve can be internal or external. The pump manufacturer normally has the option to supply internal relief or safety valves. The internal valve should in general only be used as a safety precaution, an external relief valve installed in the discharge line with a return line back to the suction line or supply tank is recommended.

	==== Positive Displacement Types ====		==== Positive Displacement Types ====
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	===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====
	[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]		[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]
	Positive displacement rotary pumps are pumps that move powder using the principles of rotation. The vacuum created by the rotation of the pump captures and draws in the powders.		Positive displacement rotary pumps are pumps that move powder using the principles of rotation. The vacuum created by the rotation of the pump captures and draws in the powders.

	'''Advantages:''' Rotary pumps are very efficient because they naturally remove air from the lines, eliminating the need to bleed the air from the lines manually.		'''Advantages:''' Rotary pumps are very efficient because they naturally remove air from the lines, eliminating the need to bleed the air from the lines manually.

	'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.

			'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.



	===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====

	Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.		Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.

	These positive displacement pumps have an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pumps as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		These positive displacement pumps have an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pumps as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

	Typical reciprocating pumps are:		Typical reciprocating pumps are:
	* ~~[[Plunger Pumps]] - a reciprocating plunger pushes the powder through one or two open valves, closed by suction on the way back.~~		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.


	==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====		==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====
	The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:		The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:

	* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]		* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]
	* [[Screw Pumps]]		* [[Screw Pumps]]
			* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]
			* [[Piston Pumps]]
			* [[Vertical Pumps]]
			* [[Well Pumps]]
			* [[Worm Pumps]]
			* [[Worm Pumps]]
			* [[Press Pumps]]
			* [[Sump Pumps]]
	* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]		* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]

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	'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.		'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.


	~~Rotary positive displacement pumps can be grouped into three main types:~~
	* [[Gear Pumps]] - a simple type of rotary pump where the powder is pushed between two gears.
	* [[Screw Pumps]] - the shape of the internals of this pump usually two screws turning against each other pump the powder.
	* [[Rotary Vane Pumps]] - similar to scroll compressors, consisting of a cylindrical rotor encased in a similarly shaped housing. As the rotor turns, the vanes trap powder between the rotor and the casing, drawing the powder through the pump.


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	Typical reciprocating pumps are:		Typical reciprocating pumps are:
	* [[Plunger Pumps]] - a reciprocating plunger pushes the powder through one or two open valves, closed by suction on the way back.		* [[Plunger Pumps]] - a reciprocating plunger pushes the powder through one or two open valves, closed by suction on the way back.
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.


	==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====		==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====
	The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:		The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:
	* [[Lobe Pumps]]
	* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]		* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]
	* [[Gear Pumps]]
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]
	* [[Screw Pumps]]		* [[Screw Pumps]]
	* [[Gear Pumps]]
	* [[Hydraulic Pumps]]
	* [[Vane Pumps]]
	* [[Regenerative Pumps]]
	* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]		* [[Peristaltic Pumps]]
	* [[Rope Pumps]]

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	Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. Liquid flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the liquid flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. Liquid flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the liquid flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.



	==== Positive displacement pump behavior and safety ====		==== Positive displacement pump behavior and safety ====

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	~~[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]~~

	~~A '''pump''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.~~

	~~==Types==~~
	~~===[[Positive Displacement Pumps]]===~~
	[[Image:Drehkolbenpumpe.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A lobe pump]]		[[Image:Drehkolbenpumpe.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A lobe pump]]
	[[Image:423px-Common_Lobe_Pump.png\|thumb\|right\|upright\|lobe pump internals]]		[[Image:423px-Common_Lobe_Pump.png\|thumb\|right\|upright\|lobe pump internals]]
	[[Image:Two_moving_spirals_scroll_pump.gif\|thumb\|Mechanism of a scroll pump]]		[[Image:Two_moving_spirals_scroll_pump.gif\|thumb\|Mechanism of a scroll pump]]

	A ~~positive displacement pump~~ causes a fluid to move by trapping a fixed amount of it and then forcing (displacing) that trapped volume into the discharge pipe.		A '''Positive Displacement Pump''' causes a fluid to move by trapping a fixed amount of it and then forcing (displacing) that trapped volume into the discharge pipe.

	Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. Liquid flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the liquid flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. Liquid flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the liquid flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

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	* [[peristaltic pumps]]		* [[peristaltic pumps]]
	* [[rope pumps]]		* [[rope pumps]]


	~~===[[Impulse pumps]]===~~
	~~[[File:pulser pump.jpg\|thumb\|The pulser pump]]~~
	Impulse pumps use pressure created by gas (usually air). In some impulse pumps the gas trapped in the liquid (usually water), is released and accumulated somewhere in the pump, creating a pressure which can push part of the liquid upwards. Impulse pumps include:
	* [[Hydraulic ram pumps]] - uses pressure built up internally from released gas in liquid flow. (see below)
	* [[Pulser pump]]s - run with natural resources, by kinetic energy only.
	* [[Airlift pump]]s - run on air inserted into pipe, pushing up the water, when bubbles move upward, or on pressure inside pipe pushing water up.


	~~===[[Velocity pumps]]===~~
	~~[[Image:Centrifugal 2.png\|thumb\|right\|A centrifugal pump uses a spinning "impeller" which has backward-swept arms]]~~

	[[Rotodynamic pumps]] (or dynamic pumps) are a type of velocity pump in which kinetic energy is added to the fluid by increasing the flow velocity. This increase in energy is converted to a gain in potential energy (pressure) when the velocity is reduced prior to or as the flow exits the pump into the discharge pipe. This conversion of kinetic energy to pressure can be explained by the First law of thermodynamics or more specifically by Bernoulli's principle.

	~~Dynamic pumps can be further subdivided according to the means in which the velocity gain is achieved.~~

	~~These types of pumps have a number of characteristics:~~
	~~# Continuous energy~~
	~~# Conversion of added energy to increase in kinetic energy (increase in velocity)~~
	~~# Conversion of increased velocity (kinetic energy) to an increase in pressure head~~

	One practical difference between dynamic and positive displacement pumps is their ability to operate under closed valve conditions. Positive displacement pumps physically displace the fluid; hence closing a valve downstream of a positive displacement pump will result in a continual build up in pressure resulting in mechanical failure of either pipeline or pump. Dynamic pumps differ in that they can be safely operated under closed valve conditions (for short periods of time).


	~~===[[Gravity pumps]]===~~

	~~===[[Steam pumps]]===~~

	~~===[[Valveless pumps]]===~~

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	[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]		[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]
	A '''~~pump~~''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.		A '''Positive Displacement Pump''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.

	==Types==		==Types==
	===[[Positive Displacement Pumps]]===		===[[Positive Displacement Pumps]]===
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	Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

	==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====		==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====
	Positive displacement pumps, unlike centrifugal or roto-dynamic pumps, will in theory produce the same flow at a given speed (RPM) no matter what the discharge pressure. Thus, positive displacement pumps are constant flow machines. However due to a slight increase in internal leakage as the pressure increases, a truly constant flow rate cannot be achieved.		Positive displacement pumps, unlike centrifugal or roto-dynamic pumps, will in theory produce the same flow at a given speed (RPM) no matter what the discharge pressure. Thus, positive displacement pumps are constant flow machines. However due to a slight increase in internal leakage as the pressure increases, a truly constant flow rate cannot be achieved.
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	* '''Reciprocating-type''' positive displacement: piston or diaphragm pumps.		* '''Reciprocating-type''' positive displacement: piston or diaphragm pumps.
	* '''Linear-type''' positive displacement: Rope pump\|rope pumps and chain pumps.		* '''Linear-type''' positive displacement: Rope pump\|rope pumps and chain pumps.

	===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====
	[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]		[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]
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	'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.		'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.

	===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====
	Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.		Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.
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	Typical reciprocating pumps are:		Typical reciprocating pumps are:
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.

	==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====		==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====
	The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:		The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:

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	[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]		[[Image:Jet_pump.jpg\|thumb\|\|right\|A jet pump]]
	A '''pump''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.		A '''pump''' displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action. Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity pumps.

	==Types==		==Types==
	===[[Positive Displacement Pumps]]===		===[[Positive Displacement Pumps]]===
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	Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

	==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====		==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====
	Positive displacement pumps, unlike centrifugal or roto-dynamic pumps, will in theory produce the same flow at a given speed (RPM) no matter what the discharge pressure. Thus, positive displacement pumps are constant flow machines. However due to a slight increase in internal leakage as the pressure increases, a truly constant flow rate cannot be achieved.		Positive displacement pumps, unlike centrifugal or roto-dynamic pumps, will in theory produce the same flow at a given speed (RPM) no matter what the discharge pressure. Thus, positive displacement pumps are constant flow machines. However due to a slight increase in internal leakage as the pressure increases, a truly constant flow rate cannot be achieved.
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	A relief or safety valve on the discharge side of the positive displacement pump is therefore necessary. The relief valve can be internal or external. The pump manufacturer normally has the option to supply internal relief or safety valves. The internal valve should in general only be used as a safety precaution, an external relief valve installed in the discharge line with a return line back to the suction line or supply tank is recommended.		A relief or safety valve on the discharge side of the positive displacement pump is therefore necessary. The relief valve can be internal or external. The pump manufacturer normally has the option to supply internal relief or safety valves. The internal valve should in general only be used as a safety precaution, an external relief valve installed in the discharge line with a return line back to the suction line or supply tank is recommended.

	==== Positive Displacement Types ====		==== Positive Displacement Types ====
	[[Image:Lysholm_screw_rotors.jpg\|thumb\|upright\|Screw pump]]		[[Image:Lysholm_screw_rotors.jpg\|thumb\|upright\|Screw pump]]
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	* '''Reciprocating-type''' positive displacement: piston or diaphragm pumps.		* '''Reciprocating-type''' positive displacement: piston or diaphragm pumps.
	* '''Linear-type''' positive displacement: Rope pump\|rope pumps and chain pumps.		* '''Linear-type''' positive displacement: Rope pump\|rope pumps and chain pumps.

	===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====
	[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]		[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]
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	'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.		'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.



	===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====

	Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.		Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.

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	Typical reciprocating pumps are:		Typical reciprocating pumps are:
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.


	==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====		==== Various Positive Displacement Pumps ====
	The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:		The positive displacement principle applies in the following types of pumps:

	* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]		* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]

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	[[Image:Two_moving_spirals_scroll_pump.gif\|thumb\|Mechanism of a scroll pump]]		[[Image:Two_moving_spirals_scroll_pump.gif\|thumb\|Mechanism of a scroll pump]]

	A positive displacement pump causes a ~~fluid~~ to move by trapping a fixed amount of it and then forcing (displacing) that trapped volume into the discharge pipe.		A positive displacement pump causes a powder to move by trapping a fixed amount of it and then forcing (displacing) that trapped volume into the discharge pipe.

	Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. ~~Liquid~~ flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the ~~liquid~~ flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		Some positive displacement pumps work using an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pump as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

	==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====		==== Positive Displacement Pump behavior and safety ====
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	==== Positive Displacement Types ====		==== Positive Displacement Types ====
	[[Image:Lysholm_screw_rotors.jpg\|thumb\|upright\|Screw pump]]		[[Image:Lysholm_screw_rotors.jpg\|thumb\|upright\|Screw pump]]
	A positive displacement pump can be further classified according to the mechanism used to move the ~~fluid~~:		A positive displacement pump can be further classified according to the mechanism used to move the powder:

	* '''Rotary-type''' positive displacement: internal gear, screw, shuttle block, flexible vane or sliding vane, circumferential piston, helical twisted roots (e.g. the Wendelkolben pump) or ~~liquid~~ ring vacuum pumps.		* '''Rotary-type''' positive displacement: internal gear, screw, shuttle block, flexible vane or sliding vane, circumferential piston, helical twisted roots (e.g. the Wendelkolben pump) or powder ring vacuum pumps.
	* '''Reciprocating-type''' positive displacement: piston or diaphragm pumps.		* '''Reciprocating-type''' positive displacement: piston or diaphragm pumps.
	* '''Linear-type''' positive displacement: Rope pump\|rope pumps and chain pumps.		* '''Linear-type''' positive displacement: Rope pump\|rope pumps and chain pumps.
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	===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps =====
	[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]		[[File:220px-Rotary_vane_pump.svg.png\|thumb\|Rotary vane pump]]
	Positive displacement rotary pumps are pumps that move ~~fluid~~ using the principles of rotation. The vacuum created by the rotation of the pump captures and draws in the ~~liquid~~.		Positive displacement rotary pumps are pumps that move powder using the principles of rotation. The vacuum created by the rotation of the pump captures and draws in the powders.

	'''Advantages:''' Rotary pumps are very efficient because they naturally remove air from the lines, eliminating the need to bleed the air from the lines manually.		'''Advantages:''' Rotary pumps are very efficient because they naturally remove air from the lines, eliminating the need to bleed the air from the lines manually.

	'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the ~~fluids~~ will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow ~~liquid~~ to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.		'''Drawbacks:''' Positive displacement rotary pumps also have their weaknesses. Because of the nature of the pump, the clearance between the rotating pump and the outer edge must be very close, requiring that the pumps rotate at a slow, steady speed. If rotary pumps are operated at high speeds, the powders will cause erosion. Rotary pumps that experience such erosion eventually show signs of enlarged clearances, which allow powder to slip through and reduce the efficiency of the pump.


	Rotary positive displacement pumps can be grouped into three main types:		Rotary positive displacement pumps can be grouped into three main types:
	* [[Gear Pumps]] - a simple type of rotary pump where the ~~liquid~~ is pushed between two gears.		* [[Gear Pumps]] - a simple type of rotary pump where the powder is pushed between two gears.
	* [[Screw Pumps]] - the shape of the internals of this pump usually two screws turning against each other pump the ~~liquid~~.		* [[Screw Pumps]] - the shape of the internals of this pump usually two screws turning against each other pump the powder.
	* [[Rotary Vane Pumps]] - similar to scroll compressors, consisting of a cylindrical rotor encased in a similarly shaped housing. As the rotor turns, the vanes trap ~~fluid~~ between the rotor and the casing, drawing the ~~fluid~~ through the pump.		* [[Rotary Vane Pumps]] - similar to scroll compressors, consisting of a cylindrical rotor encased in a similarly shaped housing. As the rotor turns, the vanes trap powder between the rotor and the casing, drawing the powder through the pump.


	===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====		===== Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps =====

	Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the ~~fluid~~ moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous ~~fluids~~ including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.		Reciprocating-type pumps require a system of suction and discharge valves to ensure that the powder moves in a positive direction. Pumps in this category range from having "simplex" one cylinder, to in some cases "quad" (four) cylinders or more. Most reciprocating-type pumps are "duplex" (two) or "triplex" (three) cylinder. Furthermore, they can be either "single acting" independent suction and discharge strokes or "double acting" suction and discharge in both directions. The pumps can be powered by air, steam or through a belt drive from an engine or motor. This type of pump was used extensively in the early days of steam propulsion (19th century) as boiler feed water pumps. Reciprocating pumps are now typically used for pumping highly viscous powders including concrete and heavy oils, and special applications demanding low flow rates against high resistance.

	These positive displacement pumps have an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. ~~Liquid~~ flows into the pumps as the cavity on the suction side expands and the ~~liquid~~ flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.		These positive displacement pumps have an expanding cavity on the suction side and a decreasing cavity on the discharge side. powder flows into the pumps as the cavity on the suction side expands and the powder flows out of the discharge as the cavity collapses. The volume is constant given each cycle of operation.

	Typical reciprocating pumps are:		Typical reciprocating pumps are:
	* [[Plunger Pumps]] - a reciprocating plunger pushes the ~~fluid~~ through one or two open valves, closed by suction on the way back.		* [[Plunger Pumps]] - a reciprocating plunger pushes the powder through one or two open valves, closed by suction on the way back.
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder~~. Diaphragm valves are used to pump hazardous and toxic fluids.~~		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]] - similar to plunger pumps, where the plunger pressurizes hydraulic oil which is used to flex a diaphragm in the pumping cylinder.
	* [[Piston Displacement Pumps]] - usually simple devices for pumping small amounts of liquid or gel manually. An example is the common hand soap pump.


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	* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]		* [[Progressive Cavity Pumps]]
	* [[Gear Pumps]]		* [[Gear Pumps]]
	* [[Piston Pumps]]
	* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]		* [[Diaphragm Pumps]]
	* [[Screw Pumps]]		* [[Screw Pumps]]